Flu pandemic articles
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From birds, to cattle, to us? Could bird flu be the next pandemic? – podcast
As bird flu is confirmed in 33 cattle herds across eight US states, Ian Sample talks to virologist Dr Ed Hutchinson of Glasgow University about why this development has taken scientists by surprise, and how prepared we are for the possibility it might start spreading among humans Guardian reporting on this topic Continue reading
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Guardian: Flu pandemic is likely to be the next global health crisis
Shafaqna Science- The WHO is worried about the spread of the avian strain of the flu. According to The Guardian, leading scientists say that the flu is the pathogen most likely to trigger a new pandemic. An international survey will be published next weekend. It will show that 57% of
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Next pandemic likely to be caused by flu virus, scientists warn
Influenza is still the biggest threat to global health as WHO raises fears about the spread of avian strain.